Rest and recovery are great tools in the training process. Constant strain and effort does not equal improvements, it leads to injury and malaise.
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Value of the Day Off
Posted in Exercise - General, Food and Diet , Not DIE-T, Pain and Injuries, Uncategorized on April 9, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Aching Knees- BYE BYE !!
Posted in Uncategorized on March 12, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
After having 7 surgeries in my college football career I started running to stay in shape and maintain general health. With proper shoes and careful workouts I have survived nearly 20 years of running- several marathons and numerous 1/2 marathons-10 milers and other races.
As the big guy I do these for fun and a change [...]
GeT Moving and get the Best Fuel- Use a Blender to make good fuel
Posted in Uncategorized on February 4, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
I have been using a blender for a couple of years as a regular tool in my vegetarian kitchen. I make smoothies, mix dressings and sauces. As a Vegan athlete I have found it to be extremely valuable in making smoothies for post-workout refueling and recovery as well as daily consumption of greens, veggies and [...]
Where to go…
Posted in Uncategorized on August 20, 2008 | 1 Comment »
What is the best way to find new routes for running, walking or biking in Charlottesville? Some people would say that just exploring on your own is the best way. Others will suggest talking to friends and seeing where they go. If you still need some ideas for routes to walk or run in Charlottesville, [...]
Fuel for Moving in Charlottesville
Posted in Food and Diet , Not DIE-T, Uncategorized on August 7, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Summer’s here and the time is right for moving in the street. As a vegetarian I lean towards the goodies grown in the soil or off a tree but many of these sources have other local foods.
With all of that we can focus on healthy ways to feed or fuel ourselves for [...]
Healthy Summer Treats
Posted in Uncategorized on July 4, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
These smoothies are healthy, but offer a great treat for kids or adults who have been out in the heat of summer!
To make the smoothies the only major equipment you will need is a blender. Place all of the ingredients into the blender and blend until there are few chunks.
Plush Peach
1 medium peach (about 1 [...]
Recovery!
Posted in Uncategorized on June 23, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
It’s inevitable – whether you get moving for fun and play, or serious workouts, you are bound to get sore. Muscles you never knew you had will ache, and it may hurt enough to keep you from exercise in the following days. One of the ways to speed up the recovery of your muscles is [...]
C-Ville Parks
Posted in Uncategorized on June 12, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
This past saturday the Charlottesville community got moving at the Charlottesville Running Company 5K run and Canine 5K run/walk at Mint Springs Park in Crozet. Only about 15 miles away from C-ville, Mint Springs is one of those hidden places that once you find it you can’t believe you have been living in Charlottesville without [...]
Happy Birthday Brad!
Posted in Uncategorized on February 26, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
We all love Brad Savage, not only because he arguably has the coolest name in the world, but also because he knows music like no one else and can always find the perfect song. Today, February 25th, is Brad’s Birthday, so HAPPY BIRTHDAY BRAD! Years ago, when I was just starting to get in shape, [...]
Moving and the Head- What the voices say .
Posted in Exercise - General, Training/Workout Groups and Support, Uncategorized on February 6, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
One of the concerns/ questions I frequently hear is how do you run for 1-2 or more hours without losing your mind?
Also – How do you keep from quitting when you are a long wqay into a run and feel like heck?
As an athlete my whole life I have been playing the mental game most [...]
